Drain Line Connection
Note: Standard commercial practices are expressed here. Local codes may require changes to the following suggestions. Check with local authorities before installing a water conditioning system.
The system should be above, and not more than 20 feet (6.1 m) from a drain. Connect an appropriate fitting and
If the backwash flow is more than 5 gpm or if the unit is located more than 20 feet (6.1 m) from the drain, use 3/4- inch
If unit is located where the drain line must be elevated, you may elevate the line up to 5 feet (1.5 m) providing the run does not exceed 15 feet (4.6 m) and water pressure at the conditioners is not less than 40 psi (2.8 bar).
Where drain line is elevated but empties into a drain below the level of the control valve, form a
Brine Line Connection
It is recommended that separate brine lines be used for each tank.
A regenerant tank aircheck is not required when using a
255valve with the
Install an appropriate fitting onto the
| Regenerant Tank |
Check Ball | Tube Connection |
| |
| Air Check |
Figure 9
Note: Make sure that all fittings and connections are vacuum tight so that premature checking does not take place. Premature checking occurs when the ball in the air check falls to the bottom before all brine is drawn out of the brine tank.
Brine Tank Overflow Line Connection
In the event of a malfunction, the brine tank overflow connection directs overflow to the drain instead of spilling it on the floor where it could cause water damage. Complete the following steps to connect the overflow fitting to the brine tank:
1.Locate the fitting hole on the side of the brine tank.
2.Insert the overflow fitting (not supplied) into the tank and tighten with the plastic thumb nut and gasket as illustrated in Figure 10.
Figure 10 Brine Tank Drain
3.Attach a length of
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